> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.gramctrl.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.gramctrl.com/getting-started/gram-slim/initial-setup.md).

# Initial Setup

Select the Dropdown below to setup your GRAM Slim on any supported platform.

<details>

<summary>Steam (PC)</summary>

1. Plug your GRAM Slim into your PC with the included USB-C to USB-A Cable.&#x20;
2. Navigate to: *Steam > Settings > Controller* Select “**Xbox 360 Wireless Controller**” and rename it to “**GRAM Slim**”.
3. You can now switch game modes to match the game you are playing in Steam, and your controller will be recognized.

</details>

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<summary>Slippi/Dolphin (PC)</summary>

1. Go to [**GRAMCTRL.com/dolphin**](https://GRAMCTRL.com/dolphin) for the latest .ini config file for HayBox-based controllers.
2. Copy the .ini file to:&#x20;

   **`%appdata%\Slippi Launcher\netplay\user\Config\Profiles\GCPad\`**

   *(If this path does not exist, create it.)*&#x20;
3. Plug your GRAM Slim in with the included USB-C to USB-A Cable.
4. Configure a port in Dolphin as “**Standard Controller**”.
5. Refresh the device dropdown.
6. Select “**HayBox**” from the Profile drop-down.
7. Click “**Load**” (NOT Save).

</details>

<details>

<summary>Gamecube/Wii</summary>

1. Plug your GRAM Slim into the GameCube port using the included USB-C to GameCube cable.
2. Switch to the desired mode and begin playing!

</details>

<details>

<summary>Nintendo Switch (USB)</summary>

1. Hold down “**X**” while plugging in your GRAM Slim into your Switch dock with the included USB-C to USB-A Cable.
2. Your controller will now be recognized as an Xinput Switch controller and be defaulted into Ultimate mode.
3. Switch to the desired mode and begin playing!

</details>

<details>

<summary>Nintendo Switch (Adapter)</summary>

1. Plug your GRAM Slim into the GameCube adapter using the included USB-C to GameCube cable.
2. When connecting in-game, set the controller type as **GameCube Controller**.
3. Switch to the desired mode and begin playing!

</details>

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<summary>Brook Wingman (Playstation/Xbox)</summary>

1. Plug the Brook Wingman that corresponds to your console into the USB-A port on your console.
2. When the Wingman starts flashing, hold down “**X**” while plugging your GRAM Slim into the Wingman’s USB-A port.
3. Enter FGC Mode by pressing **ModX+Right+Start**.
4. Use the Home button (**C-stick down**) to log in to the console *(PS4/PS5 only)*.
5. Switch to the desired mode and begin playing!

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